Process Controls Network Engineer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors • Okmulgee, OK

154d

About The Position

As the Process Controls Network Engineer you will design, maintain, support, and improve site process automation systems. This position will serve as a key technical resource to lead and support plant optimization efforts regarding capacity, cost, quality, and environmental improvements utilizing process control techniques. Primary focus of this role will be system administrator for process control network with emphasis on identifying and implementing process improvements for DCS and PLC based systems and troubleshooting cyber threats. You will manage the physical processes and equipment in an industrial setting in Okmulgee, OK.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in engineering from an accredited university is required.
• Electrical, Chemical degrees are highly preferred from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Requires 1+ years of relevant industrial experience in chemical, petroleum, or biochemical process design engineering.
• Experience designing, commissioning and maintenance of DCS based control systems in 24/7 manufacturing facility.
• Experience supporting/maintaining industrial automation network.
• Experience with firewalls, DMVPN remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and provide a high level of service.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, draw conclusions and then develop and execute problem solutions.
• Understanding of ICS architecture and environment including operational aspects such as reliability, redundancy, high availability, remote support, business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, creativity, flexibility, initiative, and productive, collaborative teamwork is a must.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute controls projects effectively and independently.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under various deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineering registration or CPIP certification is preferred.
• Experience with Delta V, Allen Bradley and PI systems is desirable.
• GIAC certifications such as GCFA, GNFA, GRID are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops industrial control system solutions including Distributed Control System Programmable Logic Controller and Human Machine Interface programs to address operational needs for new construction projects, maintenance projects or operational requests.
• Implementing software updates, patches, and managing network data and files.
• Create, manage, testing and archiving of backups and disaster recovery files for critical systems and networks.
• Monitor KPI's for PCN and initiate corrective actions as necessary.
• Ensuring seamless data flow and connectivity between enterprise business systems and industrial production systems.
• Work with plant management, engineers, maintenance and contractors and to provide expert guidance; leadership and assistance to facility Control System Specialists, upgrade projects, troubleshooting, etc.
• Communicate and maintain proper documentation related to the DCS system status, changes, and coordinate and conduct personnel training for such related items as necessary.
• Provide technical support for process safety efforts, such as Process Hazard Assessment and Management of Change.
• Investigate new technology, along with methods to improve cybersecurity and system performance as it relates to automation.
• Provide automation solution estimates to project managers, facility engineers, and others.
• Provide support to Capital projects, including expansion, regulatory and modification projects, working as SME for Process Control Network Support control system and safety instrumented system, programmable logic controller, maintenance and test planning as required, software upgrades, emergency shutdown testing, offline and online testing, and coordination of activities with or without plant shutdowns.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Personal paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Other benefits to eligible Teammates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees